Development & Fundraising Support (Placement Student)

Henley Business School is looking for someone with a keen interest in fundraising and higher education to take on the role of Development and Fundraising Support within the Alumni & Development team at our Whiteknights campus, Reading.
One of the largest providers of business education in the world, Henley Business School is among an elite group of international business schools to be triple-accredited for the quality and capability of its faculty and output.

We are looking for a student on a work placement year with good administrative skills and a keen interest in higher education and fundraising to take on this key support role within the Alumni & Development team from 1 September 2024 at Henley Business School, based at our Reading campus.

This role will provide support with fundraising projects, by assisting in the research and development of prospects, assist in providing stewardship support to donors and other administrative support as required. The post holder may also assist in the delivery of fundraising campaigns including production of marketing materials, calling and reporting.

You will have:

• Good administrative skills with accuracy, attention to detail and methodical working.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with a wide range of people.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise work within a busy schedule.
• Strong IT skills.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button) for further information.

The closing date for applications is 11.59 pm on 2nd April 2024
Interview Date : 11 April 2024

We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.

Informal Contact Details
Contact role: Head of Fundraising
Contact name: Dr Paola Tinti
Contact phone: 0118 378 4096
Contact email: paola.tinti@henley.ac.uk

Alternative Informal Contact Details
Contact role: Head of Alumni Communications and Community Management
Contact name: David Parker
Contact phone:
Contact email: d.parker2@henley.ac.uk

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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